Executive Director, Statistical Programming

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Executive Director leading a team in statistical programming and analysis for clinical trials at a pharmaceutical company. Collaborating with Biostatistics and IT to enhance analysis and reporting processes.

Posted 6/7/2026full-timeNorth Wales • New Jersey, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $231,900 - $365,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Leads the delivery of analysis and reporting tools, processes, platforms, and training for Biostatistics and Research Decision Sciences (BARDS) staff supporting all clinical trial phases and therapeutic areas.
Partners with Statistics and Statistical Programming leaders, aligns work to the company scorecard, and collaborates with stakeholders and functional service partners.
Manages managers and builds high-performing teams by recruiting, hiring, developing, and evaluating staff.
Contributes to the broader vision and strategy of the Statistical Programming organization.
Maintains current knowledge of regulatory guidance and submission standards.
Manages team headcount and budget, and collaborates with vendors.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in statistics, computer science or closely related field is preferred.
At least 12 years of experience in statistical programming, statistics, or closely related activity in a pharmaceutical development environment.
At least 5 years of management experience at the Director level.
Deep knowledge of clinical trial operations, statistical analysis and reporting processes, regulatory and industry compliance standards, and the software development lifecycle.
Extensive experience leading or managing statistical programming teams responsible for analysis and reporting deliverables.
Strong ability to negotiate and collaborate across business domains and cultures.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and project management skills.
Experience managing complex, cross-functional programs and ensuring strategic alignment, consistency, and compliance.
Experience working with external vendors for resources and software.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, make sound decisions quickly, and navigate ambiguity effectively.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
retirement benefits, including 401(k)
paid holidays
vacation
compassionate and sick days

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Hard Skills & Tools

statistical programmingstatisticsclinical trial operationsstatistical analysisreporting processesregulatory compliance standardssoftware development lifecycleanalysis and reporting deliverablesproject management

Soft Skills

negotiationcollaborationoral communicationwritten communicationinterpersonal skillsstrategic alignmentdecision makingnavigating ambiguity

Certifications

Master’s degree in statisticsMaster’s degree in computer science